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Testimonial from Volunteer Richard Bell (dog walker)
I wanted to volunteer with the shelter to help some of the animals that have been displaced and had their lives disrupted. Having recently lost our own loving canine companion to cancer not long after beginning retirement and moving, there was a void in my own life that I was hoping to fill through volunteering…
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Testimonial from Volunteer Dave Pretz (dog walker)
Dogs as a group or one at a time are the finest animals I get to relate to. So meeting those who are waiting to find an acceptable home is a pleasure. I hope they enjoy the time we spend together. My favorite? Just look at the other end of the leash!
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Testimonial from Volunteer Debra Maggiora (clinic aide)
My story is rather boring. Basically, I am not one to tolerate idleness. Due to the limited ferry sailings, when I transported cats for surgery to Friday Harbor Animal Protection Society from Lopez Island Animal Protection Society, I found myself with many hours to fill while I waited. In the past, I volunteered with an…
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Testimonial from Volunteer Pam Monin (Treasure Hounds)
Treasure Hounds has been a ground for my creative bent toward designing ‘vignettes’ that would be pleasing to the eye. We want our customers to delight in the merchandise, and the way it is displayed, for a relaxing and enjoyable trip through our wonderful store. I am grateful beyond words to be included in the…
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Testimonial from Volunteer Nancy Heacox (administration)
I volunteer because I believe in the mission of the Animal Protection Society, and I want to support the mission. We call on our domesticated friends to enrich our lives, and we in turn must ensure that the vulnerable ones are protected. I went to the old shelter one day to inquire about volunteering. I…
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Testimonial from Volunteer Patty Francisco (cat socializer)
I have always been a meow lover. My family moved into a new home in Anacortes when I was five years old. Soon after, Mom adopted a black cat. I remember being envious of her because the cat preferred her lap to mine. I made it my mission in life to learn everything I could…
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Testimonial from Volunteer Cinda Pierce
I love volunteering at Treasure Hounds because it is very, very fun! In addition to helping generate funds for the animals at the Shelter, I’m seeing old friends, meeting new arrivals to the island, permanent and transitory, and providing a needed business option to the community. It is very fun to receive such fabulous items…
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Testimonial from Volunteer Heidi Corbett
My reason for volunteering at Treasure Hound is simple. When we moved to the island we had some items that were nice but we could not use them and started asking around as to who might want them. Treasure Hound was mentioned. When I came into the store, two women were working and both were…
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Testimonial from Volunteer Toni Bailey
Why do I volunteer at Treasure Hounds? Because I LOVE IT. Our volunteers at Treasure Hounds are such a great team and we all have the same goal – to help our animals! I love being in the position to help people with their “stuff” when they need or want to make a lifestyle change. …
